Bodega del Desierto 25/5

Alto Valle Rio Colorado, Argentina



100% Malbec

Medium-weight, with a nice smoked mesquite edge to the braised fig, blackberry and coffee notes. Dark, but stays fresh through the smoldering finish

Killka Malbec

Valle de Uco – Tunuyán
Mendoza

100% Malbec

 

 

Ruby red with tints of violet Aroma: Rich in fruit, reminiscent of plum, black fruits, blackberries and violets. Great structure and well-balanced acidity. The tannins feel soft and pleasant, with marked roundness and a strong fruity finish.

Portillo Malbec, Mendoza, Argentina

100% Malbec 

 
Rustic, with good earthy character, ripe black fruits, and black pepper.  When tasted you get blackberry, raspberry, pepper, and bearth.  Acidity and tannins are in balance, providing good backbone. Finish is more old world, mostly earth, black pepper, and some black fruit.

Tercos, Sangiovese

100% Sangiovese


Italian immigrants introduced the Sangiovese grape to Argentina, and there is still a deep appreciation for Italian culture in Latin America. This deep red Sangiovese has the aromatic intensity of ripe strawberries and black currants, with a good balance   between fruit and acidity.

Tercos, the name of the winery, which means “stubborn” in Spanish, underscores the tenacious, burro-like commitment to quality that the Santos brothers possess. Chianti Classico at a Chianti price!

Tierra Divina, Argentina, Mendoza, Valle de Uco, Argentina [by Laurel Glen]

Malbec



Black fruit of great concentration and depth, graceful and supple. Sustainably farmed and made with purity of aroma and intensity of flavor. Delicious , exotic, and deeply complex malbec that matches beautifully with hearty pastas, complex latino dishes, and grilled meats.

Kaiken "Ultra," Mendoza Argentina

97% Malbec / 3% Cabernet Sauvignon

100% Silk! A "cream in your coffe lovers dream!
Ruby red color with violet hues. On the nose, flowery and mineral notes are evident, with spice. On the mouth it’s a wine of great structure and power, with tannins that are both soft and present. It has an outstanding balance and a very long finish, where red fruits and flower notes are evident.

Tamari Torrontés

100% Torrentes



Very elegant and delicate varietal aromas. Notes of white grapefruit are highlighted, white flowers like jasmine, rose notes, damascus, and some hints of tropical fruits such as chirimoya. Its mouth is fruity, floral, spicy and enjoyable! Patio Pounder!

Gouguenheim, Torrentes, Argentina

100% Torrontes



Torrontes is considered to be the flagship white wine of Argentina. The wines produced from Torrontes are very aromatic with intense floral aromas backed up by lemon and orange notes with hints of white peach. Unlike many aromatic varieties, Torrontes retains bright acidity at maturity.

Ksana Bonarda

Ksana refers to the Buddhist idea of infinity in an instant.
Ripe and round, with inviting plum, chocolate and spice notes allied to a fleshy, mouthfilling frame

Lamadrid Torrontes

Delightful with typical La Rioja Torrontés aromas of white flowers and citrus, with a well-balanced and ample mouthfeel. Comes from a high altitude vineyard planted in the 1920's in La Rioja.

La Madrid Single Vineyard Cabernet Sauvignon

Opaque purple; smoke, Asian spices, scorched earth, cassis; complex, lengthy, way over-delivers.
100% Lamadrid vineyard. Malolactic fermentation in the oak, and aged 14 months in 60% first use and 40% second use French oak barrels.

Bodega Renacer "Enamore"

Scramble the letters in AMARONE and you get ENAMORE! An exciting, innovative wine produced from a blend of Malbec, Syrah, Bonarda and Cabernet Franc uniquely dried and vinified in the Amarone style. A truly unique joint production between Allegrini (renowned Italian producer of Amarone) and Bodega Renacer.
The grapes that produce Enamore are sourced from 50+ years old vines located in three distinct high-altitude vineyards from the Mendoza region in Argentina. The grapes are dried on the vines (appassimento), until they loose 1/3 of their weight. After a prolonged fermentation (both alcoholic and malolactic) the wine is aged in new French barriques for 12 months.

Dark ruby red in color, offering aromas of ripe berries, raisin, and plums. Sensual notes of exotic spices, charcoal and chocolate are seamlessly layered within the fruit. Full bodied, rich and complex, with a long finish beautifully framed tiny tannins.
Food Pairing: Barbecue, Bacon, Mushrooms, most grilled foods!

Toso Brut Sparkling! Argentina? SO DAM REASONABLE!

Toso Brut, Barrancas, Maipú District, Mendoza, Argentina.
Chardonnay 100%

Pleasant, fresh-velvety-smooth, so easy to drink! Small tight bubbles aids in the wines creamy approachability! Pleasing low-acid finish almost begs for a straw! P.P.W!
Priced for everyday, a theory that should be put to use!

SO DAM REASONABLE!

For those who prefer somebody else’s opinion:
Oprah Winfrey kicks off the original series on January 1st 2011 called “Your OWN Show” on air with Toso Brut!

Masi "Paso Doble" Malbec and Corvina Blend

Masi "Paso Doble," Tupungato, Argentina

Deep violet in color with a bouquet of cherries and damp earth.
Good acid with soft tannins. Ripe red fruit mixed with fresh and spicy aromas. Long and dry on the finish. Unique "double fermentation process" combines Malbec grapes with dried Corvina grapes creating big aromas, intensity, yet soft tannins. Great value!!!

Passo Doble gets its Argentinian qualities of generosity, strength from the Malbec grape, while Corvina  gives it the style and grace which reminds me of the classic wines of Valpolicella region in Veneto, Italy. Great structure, from 40-year-old vines in La Arboleda vineyard owned by an Italian family. The wine was further concentrated by a saignée (some of the lighter juice was run off the skins) and then apparently spent 22 months in new Allier casks! This for the price seems impossible ☺

El Supremo Malbec

El Supremo Malbec is an exceptional value when looking for an everyday wine with weight and substance!

Aromas of earth with the taste of black currants, hint of cacao, with a long and intense finish. This wine is perfect for the winedrinker that likes wine on the "surly-side!"

Ideal with:  carne asada tacos / cheddar bacon burgers / simple grilled lamb chops / 

Chimichurri sauce friendly flank steak

*  1/2 cup extra-virgin olive oil
*  2 Tbsps fresh lemon juice

* 2 Tbsps apple cider vinegar, red wine or sherry vinegar
* 1 cup flat-leaf parsley leaves, washed and dried
* 1 cup cilantro leaves, washed and dried

* 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves, washed and dried
* 1/4 cup oregano leaves, washed and dried
* 2 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
* 1/2 shallot, roughly chopped
* 1/4 teaspoon fresh cracked black pepper
* 1/2 teaspoons kosher salt
* 1/4 teaspoon crushed red peppe

Graffigna “Centenario” Malbec, Pedernal Valley - San Juan, Argentina

Deep red with purplish nuances. A very complex bouquet, with a reminiscence of very ripe blackberries and the appearance of black pepper. Presents smooth and well integrated tannins [mouth-feel]. Rounded and velvety. Its finish is complex, with notes of coffee, vanilla and toasted.

Nice use of Oak really tames this expressive wine: 100 % in oak (50% in French oak and 50% in American oak) for 12 months. Maturing in bottle: 6 months. Pedernal Valley - San Juan. At. 1.400 mts. above sea level.

Definitely a red meat wine but enjoys spicy Mexican, Cajun, Indian or Italian fare (especially with tomato-based sauces!). Consider giving Malbec a go with barbecue, chili and sausage. Ideal match for barbecues, all types of food with pepper and onion based sauces. DAM-FINE-FOOD-WINE